How To Fix /LIME/PI_CORE073 - Document &1, item &2: Line &3 item object must be material or HU

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/PI_CORE -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Document &1, item &2: Line &3 item object must be material or HU

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/PI_CORE073 - Document &1, item &2: Line &3 item object must be material or HU ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/PI_CORE073 indicates that there is an issue with the document and item specified in the error message. Specifically, it states that the line item must be associated with a material or handling unit (HU). This error typically occurs in the context of logistics processes, such as inventory management, goods movement, or warehouse management.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The line item in the document is not linked to a valid material or handling unit. This could happen if the item type is set incorrectly or if the item is not defined in the system.
  Missing Material Master Data: The material associated with the line item may not exist in the material master or may be inactive.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being processed may not support the item type being used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the types of items that can be processed in certain documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Type: Verify that the line item in the document is correctly defined as a material or handling unit. If it is not, you may need to change the item type or add the appropriate material.
  Verify Material Master: Ensure that the material associated with the line item exists in the material master and is active. You can check this using transaction code MM03 to view the material details.
  Review Document Type: Check if the document type being used allows for the processing of the specified item type. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the document type is set up correctly.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to the document and item types. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO or consulting with an SAP functional consultant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), or MB03 (Display Material Document) to investigate the materials and documents involved.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you may want to analyze the program logic to see why the system is rejecting the item type.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process the document and associated items.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.